Print wirelessly with the iPad is not a difficult task thanks to technology AirPrint Apple . Included in the operating system, and just have a few little touches to the printed document. In addition, the computer freezes while the printer works and allows you to perform other tasks. Everything would be perfect if it were not to use this technology, you can only use a compatible printer. Not all are, although the number has grown considerably in recent months. You can view a list here .
If your printer is on this list, congratulations, you're in luck. Your iPhone will find and automatically connect to any compatible printer you have installed the wireless network Wi-Fi. You can print your documents while the printer is off, even in another room. Wireless technology is transparent. Format and can handle any type of document, including pictures or web pages without problems. Of course things change, if you have a Wi-Fi wireless printer somewhat older, or if not in the list of compatible printers.
You therefore need to resort to third-party technology. If you do not want to spend money, you can download the ePrint Free . It can be installed in an iPhone, an iPhone or iPod touch, and is a trial version, but unlimited. Works with printers from different manufacturers except those of inkjet Canon, Brother, Samsung and Lexmark, which may cause the program is somewhat limited. Sure, it's free. It is only necessary that the printer is connected to the local wireless network, and has its own IP address. Do not even need that to which the desktop computer, because with this application, the iPad, and even the iPhone mobile phone, send the documents to the printer.
But there is yet another option in this case payment. It Printopia . It works with both the iPhone and the iPad. With this program you must install the application on your computer or laptop Mac. Only then can share the printer is connected to the computer with the tablet. It is a very powerful software that lets you set various options for the printer and paper size, quality impresses color options. It costs about 20 euros at the exchange, which is not too much money, but you're not buying blind because you can download a trial version that will allow you to work for seven days, more than enough time to see if it detects your printer, and the whole party that is able to get. Can also create virtual printers to save documents in PDF.
